Purple Work Look

This is the kind of thing I like to occasionally wear before Spring hits to give myself a little pastel-infused boost. Plus I like short sleeves all year long so this works for me.

Lavender button-front shirt from Old Navy ($17.50), Gray wide-legged trousers from Old Navy ($32.50), Eggplant ruffled purse by BCBGeneration ($87), Nine West "Lalia" shoes ($56)

Perfect New Year's Eve skirt, An Everyday Bag with Some Edge, and a New Book by My Favorite Author

Of course, not all my purchases have been sweetness and light. Here are a few more actual purchases with a little more bite. Also, I should note that I do not believe in paying full price! Prices are as listed, but they're not generally what I paid. I loves me some coupon action.

NY & Co Red Label Matte Gold Sequin Skirt ($49.95):

Nine West "Dark Angel" handbag in Pewter ($89.00):

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary by David Sedaris ($10.99):

Oxford lace-ups for ladies

If I was to go shoe shopping this fall, I would definitely be in the market for some menswear-inspired shoes.

I really like Nine West's "Almund" ($89) for their oxford with a kick look:

I also like the MIA Girl "Siebert Oxford" ($49.95):

Also crazy cute is Impo's "Tany Oxford Bootie" ($39.95):